what it is, why it is, what it could be

never tracing the thread of a common theme

at ease with the low softly spoken tones of an everyday machine

safe and secure with a silent flickering screen

screen (x2)

it's relief, suspension of disbelief

caught off at the time with nothing to wear

preparation is expectation and way too much to bear

hold the thought of boiling water, cut the stare

disinterest in the sound coming from over there

over there (x2)

a good chair, specialized care

specialized

there aren't many reasons left to stay awake

when the big hand passes the little hand it will be late

the apprehension to sleep is always the same

and the guilt when sleep is worth the wait

sleep is worth the wait (x3)

sustain, loss and gain

but you don't realise that you're beautiful when you smile

you make me cry (x2)

when you smile you make me cry

when you smile (x2)

you make me cry